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RANSOMES PATHWAY 1200
SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
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3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This safety symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully
read the message that follows, and inform other
operators.
3.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Ensure that the instructions in this book
are read and fully understood.
• No person should be allowed to operate
this machine unless they are fully
acquainted with all the controls and the
safety procedures.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to use this
machine. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
3.2 SAFETY SIGNS
• It is essential all safety labels are kept
legible, if they are missing or illegible they
must be replaced. If any part of the
machine is replaced and it originally
carried a safety label, a new label must be
affixed to the replacement part. New
safety labels are obtainable from
Ransomes dealers.
3.3 STARTING THE ENGINE
• Before starting the engine check that the
brakes are applied, drives are in neutral,
guards are in position and intact, and
bystanders are clear of the machine.
• Do not run the engine in a building without
adequate ventilation.
3.4 DRIVING THE MACHINE
• Before moving the machine, check to
ensure that all parts are in good working
order, paying particular attention to
brakes, tyres, and the brushes.
• Replace faulty silencers, sweep only in
daylight or good artificial light
• Always observe the Highway Code both
on and off the roads. Keep alert and
aware at all times. Watch out for traffic
when crossing or near roadways.
• Stop the brushes rotating and lift them
before crossing surfaces other than the
area to be swept.
• Remember that some people are deaf
or blind and that children and animals
can be unpredictable.
• Keep travelling speeds low enough for
an emergency stop to be effective and
safe at all times, in any conditions.
• Remove or avoid obstructions in the
area to be swept, thus reducing the
possibility of injury to yourself and/or
bystanders.
• When reversing, take special care to
ensure that the area behind is clear of
obstructions and/or bystanders. DO
NOT carry passengers.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their
property.
• While sweeping, always wear
substantial footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• Check the collection bags at regular
intervals. After striking a foreign object,
Inspect the sweeper for damage and
make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment.
• If the machine starts to vibrate
abnormally, check immediately.
3.5 TRANSPORTING
• Ensure that the brushes are securely
fastened in the transport position. Do
not transport with brushes rotating.
• Drive the machine with due
consideration of road and surface
conditions, inclines and local
undulations.
• Sudden acceleration can cause the
machine to become uncontrollable and
in effect be a safety hazard.